‘A long walk to get to the water’: Prineville Reservoir visitors warned of low levels
Visitors should plan for unusually low water levels on Prineville Reservoir this summer, the Oregon Department of Parks and Recreation, federal…
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Crater Lake National Park set to implement full fire ban
With the warm, dry and breezy conditions and continued elevated risk for wildland fire in Southern Oregon, Crater Lake National Park announced…
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Pendleton man gets probation, 3-year fishing ban for poaching Metolius River bull trout
A Pendleton man was sentenced Wednesday to three years’ federal probation, a $1,000 fine, 40 hours of community service and a three-year fishing…
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Bend partners will use floater rental fee to fix damage along Deschutes River as use soars
Having the Deschutes River in Bend’s backyard is part of what makes Central Oregon special. Many Central Oregonians and tourists alike can be found…
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DCSO Search and Rescue comes to the aid of injured Smith Rock hiker
A Bend man injured during a hike at Smith Rock State Park was assisted Sunday by Deschutes County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue volunteers and…
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As blue water beckons, Oregon Marine Board urges: Watch out for others, share the water
Oregon’s waterways are crowded this summer, and the Oregon State Marine Board is asking boaters to help make this year safer than last…
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Deschutes National Forest closing FS Road 4606 during the day for reconstruction work
Beginning next Tuesday, the Deschutes National Forest will be closing a road off Skyliners Road to motorized traffic during the day, to allow the…
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Public use restrictions, including ban on open fires, begin Friday in C.O. wilderness areas
With continuing extreme temperatures and drying vegetation at higher elevations, the Deschutes National Forest, in coordination with the Willamette…
Continue ReadingODFW: Emergency fishing regulations in response to drought to begin Wednesday
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says it is implementing emergency regulations that will begin Thursday in several angling zones, as…
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ODFW to host big game regulation meetings around the state beginning July 6
Join Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife district staff at one of 16 annual big game regulation meetings happening around the state in…
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Oregon State Parks offers safety reminders for hot days ahead
With a historic heat wave predicted to hit many parts of the state this weekend, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department encourages everyone to be…
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Fish with care during heat wave, ODFW urges
It’s going to be a scorcher out there, and fish will be feeling the heat,…
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Forest Service urges: Celebrate safely this Independence Day
As the weather gets warmer and Washington and Oregon residents spend more time outdoors, the Forest Service reminds everyone to work together to keep…
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Oregon Marine Board, emergency managers urge public to practice water safety
The Oregon State Marine Board and Oregon Office of Emergency Management are teaming up to remind the public to play it safe in and around water. An…
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Deschutes National Forest day-use passes can now be purchased online
Visitors to the Deschutes National Forest can now purchase day-use passes online at Recreation.gov, via a mobile device at the site or in…
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Tubes, kayaks and paddleboards – oh my! ‘Park and Float’ rentals start Saturday on Deschutes in Bend
It was a warm and busy day on the Deschutes River Friday as floating season arrives. Floating the river is a popular pastime for Central Oregonians…
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Two roads in Phil’s Trail area reopen; other roads, trails remain closed
Two major roads recently closed in the Phil’s Trail area west of Bend reopened Monday, but the Forest Service said it wants recreationists to be…
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Dry docks: Low C.O. lake water levels cause problems for boaters, Forest Service
Another impact of Central Oregon’s ongoing drought: low lake and reservoir levels are causing issues for…
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Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with fee-free access to USFS developed recreation sites
– To encourage everyone to explore the outdoors and celebrate National Get Outdoors Day, the U.S. Forest Service will waive fees at recreation sites…
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It’s time for Free Fishing Weekend in Oregon
Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon this Saturday and Sunday, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife…
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